Bills · HR 7344
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7344Housing and Community Development
Affordable Housing Supply Chain Clarity Act
INTRO FEB 4· LAST ACTION FEB 4
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it aims to make it easier to build affordable housing while also supporting American jobs and industries. The "Build America, Buy America Act" generally requires federally funded infrastructure projects to use American-made materials, but applying these rules to specific programs like affordable housing can be complex.
If this bill becomes law, it could reduce confusion for organizations trying to build affordable homes, potentially making the process more efficient and ensuring more projects move forward smoothly. Without this clarity, developers might face delays or uncertainty, which could slow down the creation of much-needed affordable housing across the country. By clarifying these rules, the bill tries to strike a balance between promoting domestic manufacturing and addressing the housing crisis.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Secretary of HUD to review how the 'Build America, Buy America Act' is being implemented for projects funded by the HOME Investment Partnerships Program.
This review will identify any areas of confusion or difficulty in applying domestic content rules to affordable housing projects.
PROVISION 02
Mandates HUD to issue updated guidance to clarify how the 'Build America, Buy America Act' applies to HOME-assisted activities.
Clearer instructions will help state and local governments and developers comply with federal requirements, potentially streamlining project development.
PROVISION 03
Requires HUD to submit a report to Congress detailing the review's findings and the updated guidance.
This ensures transparency and provides Congress with information to evaluate the effectiveness of the 'Buy America' requirements in the context of affordable housing.
SPONSORSHIP
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D· Texas
YRS IN OFFICE
7
BILLS LED
20
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSFEB 4
Introduced in House
FEB 4
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 7344
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 4, 2026
Last actionFeb 4, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 4, 2026
House BillHR 7344Housing and Community Development
Affordable Housing Supply Chain Clarity Act
INTRODUCED FEB 4, 2026· LAST ACTION FEB 4, 2026
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READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
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